Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Linux

Synmatch AI

19h

About The Position

Join Synmatch AI's client, a global premium provider of measurement and testing systems, as a Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Linux. You will work on embedded platforms that power critical infrastructure for electrical trade, industry, and public institutions. The company has decades of expertise in high-quality measurement technology with "Made in Germany" standards. You will take hands-on ownership of embedded Linux systems throughout their lifecycle, ensuring security, stability, and long-term maintainability while implementing new features and hardware connectivity. This role offers deep technical work across system maintenance, driver development, and industrial interface implementation, collaborating closely with hardware and product teams to deliver reliable, production-grade embedded solutions.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of system configuration, instrumentation, security, permissions, power management, and memory management
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining embedded Linux distributions with Yocto
• Experience with FOSS handling, SBOM generation, CVE tracking, and patch management
• Proven experience developing hardware-related peripheral drivers
• Familiarity with IoT and industrial protocols (e.g., Profinet, IEC61850, MQTT)
• Experience with automated workflows, GitLab, Jira, and CI/CD practices
• Ability to produce clear, structured technical documentation
• Fluency in English

Responsibilities

• Manage embedded Linux system lifecycle including security patches, updates, and long term support
• Implement and extend features on Linux based embedded measurement platforms
• Develop and maintain hardware related peripheral drivers for connected measurement devices
• Build and integrate industrial and IoT communication interfaces for device connectivity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed